The revelation John witnessed was revealed by Jesus and helps us better understand what it will be like in heaven.

• Heaven is a real place: John is clear, the things he is experiencing were not a vision but were, in fact, genuine experiences.
• Heaven is full of earthly sinners: No one in heaven was found worthy to open the scroll. Only Jesus could open the scroll and redeem his creation.
• Heaven is made perfect by a savior: The people expected the lion of Judah; they received the lamb of God. Christ sought to redeem all mankind through his sacrifice on the cross.
• Jesus reigns in glory: Every creature in heaven and on earth will one day worship Christ because He put His creation first.

 (Verses Cited:  2 Corinthians 12:2-4; Revelation 1:19; Romans 3:9, 3:23; Leviticus 23:25-27; James 1:17; Romans 12:19; John 3:16, 18:36; 1 Corinthians 15:19; Genesis 2:2; Exodus 22:20; Matthew 3:16; 1 Corinthians 2:14; John 5:6; Isaiah 43:1; Galatians 5:1; Ephesians 5:25)